scholarly journals ICT: Breaking Barriers to Contraceptives Information and Usage among Adolescents in the Sunyani East Municipality, Brong Ahafo Region, Ghana

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-33
Author(s):  
Abdulai Abubakari ◽  
Eunice Prah
Keyword(s):  
Communication Technology ◽  
Married Couple ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Brong Ahafo Region

Introduction: Information Communication Technology (ICT) is the use of computers, mobile phones and internet to access, process, receive, send, and use various kinds of data and information. With the expansion of mobile phone users and availability of internet services, teenagers are now using ICT to create awareness and use contraceptives, an area considered to be the preserved of married couple. Purpose: The paper examines how the application of ICT by teenagers broken traditional and religious barriers to accessing and utilizing contraceptive information in the Sunyani East Municipality. Methodology: The research design was a mixed method combining qualitative and quantitative approaches. The target population was teenagers between the ages of 11 and 19 years in Senior High and Junior High Schools. Out of 87 schools, 16 schools were randomly selected using simple random sampling technique. The total sample size was 212 teenagers.  Data was collected from the respondents, using interviews, questionnaires and focus group discussions. The paper found that ICT is a major means of accessing, sharing and using information about contraceptives by the teenagers, information is hard to access because of societal perceptions, sociocultural and psycho-religious barriers. Findings: The paper found that ICT has impact on their perceptions, utilization or otherwise, because they now the effects of various kinds of contraceptives. Recommendation: The paper recommends that teenagers should be given proper ICT education to enable them use credible websites on the internet to get contraceptive information. Education should be intensified through the mass media, free lectures, radio and television discussions to augment the use of ICT to expand the number of teenagers using contraceptive.  

Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Risky Sexual Behaviours among Undergraduate Students from selected Universities in Nakuru County, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 94-105
Author(s):  
Julius Kiprono Langat; Dr James Kay; Prof. Gladys Jerobon Kiptiony
Keyword(s):  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Albert Bandura ◽  
Expert Review ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Risky Sexual Behaviours

This study's purpose was to establish the influence of socioeconomic status on risky sexual behaviours on risky sexual behaviours among undergraduate students of main campuses in Nakuru County. Social Learning Theory by Albert Bandura and Person-Centred Theory by Carl Rogers guided the study. The study was carried out among 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th-year undergraduate students from main campuses in Nakuru County. The study adopted a correlational research design. The target population was 18570 undergraduate students. The accessible population was 8456 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th-year undergraduate students whose sample was 367. Respondents were selected by applying the simple random sampling technique. The study included a sample of 10 peer counsellors and 2 student counsellors from the Egerton University and Kabarak University main campuses who were selected through purposive sampling. Data were obtained using a questionnaire for undergraduate students, focus group discussions guide for peer counsellors and interview schedule for student counsellors. Validation of research instruments was done through peer and expert review and also through pilot testing, which was done in Mount Kenya University (MKU) - Nakuru Campus. Quantitative data was analysed by both inferential and descriptive statistics using SPSS Version 25, whereas the qualitative data was analysed thematically. The analysed data was presented in tables, graphs, and narratives. The findings indicated that the majority of the respondents were of the view that socioeconomic status influences risky sexual behaviours among undergraduate students.

scholarly journals Influence of Sexual Norms on Risky Sexual Behaviours among Undergraduate Students from selected Universities in Nakuru County, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 121-135
Author(s):  
Julius Kiprono Langat; Prof. Gladys Jerobon Kiptiony; Dr James Kay
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Albert Bandura ◽  
Sexual Norms ◽  
Expert Review ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Risky Sexual Behaviours

This study’s purpose was to examine the influence of sexual norms on risky sexual behaviours on risky sexual behaviours among undergraduate students of main campuses in Nakuru County. Social Learning Theory by Albert Bandura and Person-Centred Theory by Carl Rogers guided the study. The study was carried out among 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th-year undergraduate students from main campuses in Nakuru County. The study adopted a correlational research design. The target population was 18570 undergraduate students. The accessible population was 8456 constituted of 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th-year undergraduate students whose sample was 367. Respondents were selected by applying the simple random sampling technique. The study included a sample of 10 peer counsellors and 2 student counsellors from the Egerton University and Kabarak University main campuses who were selected through purposive sampling. Data were obtained using a questionnaire for undergraduate students, focus group discussions guide for peer counsellors and interview schedule for student counsellors. Validation of research instruments was done through peer and expert review and also through pilot testing, which was done in Mount Kenya University (MKU) - Nakuru Campus. Quantitative data was analysed by both inferential and descriptive statistics using SPSS Version 25, whereas the qualitative data was analysed thematically. The analysed data was presented in tables, graphs, and narratives. The findings indicated that the majority of the respondents were of the view that sexual norms influence risky sexual behaviours among undergraduate students.

Information Literacy Among Rural Women

2020 ◽  
pp. 184-203
Author(s):  
M. Aravinthan ◽  
R. Natarajan
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Rural Women ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Knowledge Generation ◽  
Information And Communication

In today's world, technology occupies center stage in national as well as international aspects. New technologies are employed for improvement in knowledge generation as well as sharing. Information and communication technology (ICT) is one of the technologies that is contributing and enhancing national growth. The rapid adoption of information and communication technology (ICT) has enabled people to access information across the globe. But there is a widening gap between those with access to these tools and those without the ability or means to access them. In a digitally unequal world, we need to focus on bridging the gap between the digitally privileged and underprivileged community of rural India. This study is carried out to examine the digital awareness and digital literacy among rural women. Digital literacy is the ability to find, evaluate, utilize, share, and create content using information technology and the internet. Digital literacy is the knowledge, skills, and behaviours used in a broad range of digital devices such as smart phones, tablets, laptops, and desktops, all of which are seen as network rather than computing devices. Ramanathapuram and Sivagangai districts were selected for this study. A simple random sampling technique is used for selecting the sample. The total sample size is 140 respondents.

Challenges in perspective of life skills acquisition; implication for placement of life skills in university curriculum

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 189-194
Author(s):  
Wasim Khan ◽  
Salahuddin Khan ◽  
Tasleem Arif ◽  
Sohail R. Khan
Keyword(s):  
Life Skills ◽  
Student Athletes ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Skills Acquisition ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ◽  
Educational Curriculum

Background and Study Aim: The main purpose behind the study was to establish the challenges in relation to the acquisition of life skills among university student-athletes of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The study assessed the extent to which the concern existing resources, facilitators, and trainer attitude influences life skills acquisition among student-athletes. Material and Methods: Descriptive survey research design was followed to obtain desirable results. The target population of this study consisted of all those who participated in different sport at the university level of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan. Amongst them, we selected a representative sample (n=389 fifty 50% of the total population) with the help of a simple random sampling technique. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version, 24 was used to code and analyse the data. The hypotheses were tested by applying statistical tests like Step-wise regression and independents sample t-test. The significance level of 0.05 was fixed to accept or reject the set hypotheses. Results: Findings of the study indicated that existing resources, facilitators, and trainer/coach attitude significantly influences life skills acquisition among student-athletes (.001, .001 & .000 < .05). The analysed data revealed no significantly difference regarding extent to which specific challenges such as existing resources, facilitators, and trainer attitude influences the acquisition of life skills (.500, .133 & .149 > .05). Conclusions: The findings of the study revealed that all participants have agreed upon the importance of life skills. Therefore, the life skills course might be considered as an integral part of every educational curriculum of Pakistan. It is suggested that a minimum of 2 hours per week may be included in the educational curriculum of each discipline.

scholarly journals FACTORS INFLUENCING CREDIT ACCESS FOR FIRMS IN THE BIOGAS SUB SECTOR IN KENYA

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Bernard Mulandi ◽  
Dr. Sifunjo Kisaka
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Loan Portfolio ◽  
Credit Access ◽  
Access To Credit ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
The Government ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the factors influencing credit access for firms in the biogas sub sector in Kenya.Methodology: The study adopted descriptive survey. The target population of the study was the firms in biogas sub sector in Kenya. A sample of 40 firms was selected from all the firms using the random sampling technique. Both qualitative and quantitative data was collected using a questionnaire that consisted of both open ended and close ended questions. Data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and results presented in frequency tables to show how the responses for the various questions posed to the respondents. The data was then analyzed in terms of descriptive statistics like frequencies, means and percentages.Results: The study findings revealed that firms in biogas sub sector had low access to credit from the banks. It was also possible to conclude that age of firm, capital invested, size of the business, financial records, risk preference and access to information influence the level of access to credit by renewable energy sector firms.Policy recommendation: It is recommended that micro financing institutions should regulate the products and services they offer to SMEs so as to have all clients enclosed in their loan portfolio. The study further recommends that banks should work hand in hand with the government to support upcoming businesses and offer financial support.

scholarly journals Effect of Hypnoteaching Methods Toward Cognitive Learning Outcomes to Nervous System Subject in SMAN 97 Jakarta

Biosfer ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 46-54
Author(s):  
Yolanda Holinda Sari ◽  
Rusdi Rusdi ◽  
Sri Rahayu
Keyword(s):  
Nervous System ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Cognitive Learning ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
External Factors ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Cognitive Learning Outcomes

Learning results are influenced by 2 factors; internal and external factors. Method of learning is one of external factors. This study aimed to determine the effect of Hypnoteaching method toward application the cognitive learning outcomes on Nervous System Topic at SMAN 97 Jakarta. The research was conducted in the second semester of Academic Year 2014/2015. The method was a quasi-experimental with pretest-posttest control group design. A total sample of 74 students of class XI MIA was selected by simple random sampling technique. This research used a cognitive learning. Test instrument data was analized by analysis of variance of the path of non-parametric Kruskal Wallis. The result showed a significance value 0.07> 0.05 so that it was conclude that Hypnoteaching method had no effect on students cognitive learning outcomes Nervous System Topic.

scholarly journals ANALISIS FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI EFEKTIVITAS KEMITRAAN DALAM PENGEMBANGAN KAWASAN AGROWISATA CIHIDEUNG BANDUNG BARAT – JAWA BARAT

AdBispreneur ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 67
Author(s):  
Candradewini Candradewini
Keyword(s):  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Field Studies ◽  
Exploratory Analysis ◽  
Dominant Factor ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Joint Ownership ◽  
Partnership Effectiveness

The tourism business is one of the mainstays of West Bandung Regency. One of them is the Cihideung agro-tourism area. This potential agro-tourism area requires cooperation from various related parties in order to develop better. This study aims to determine and analyze the factors that affect the partnership effectiveness in developing the Cihideung agro-tourism area. This research method uses a quantitative approach to the type of survey research. The target population in this study are the parties who partner in the development of the Cihideung agro-tourism area, West Bandung Regency. The sample size in this study was 45 people obtained by the simple random sampling technique. Data collection techniques by means of field studies, interviews and literature studies. The data were processed using Exploratory Analysis Factor (EFA). The results showed that the factors that affect the partnership effectiveness in developing the agro-tourism area of Cihideung, West Bandung Regency are Vision and Communication, Commitment and Partners, Vision of Partnership, Data Integration, Incentives and Information, Results and Progress, Joint Ownership and Outcome Accountability. A total of 2 factor points from which must be reduced from 26 factor points so as to produce 24 factor points that are truly dominant and form the effectiveness of the partnership. Overall, the partnership effectiveness was in the high category with an average score of 3.95. Vision and Communication factor is the most dominant factor, which is equal to 40.142%. Bisnis pariwisata merupakan salah satu andalan Kabupaten Bandung Barat. Salah satunya adalah kawasan agrowisata Cihideung. Kawasan agrowisata potensial ini memerlukan kerjasama dari berbagai pihak terkait agar berkembang lebih baik. Penelitian ini bertujuanuntuk mengetahui dan menganalisis faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi efektivitas kemitraan pengembangan kawasan agrowisata Cihideung. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian survei. Target populasi dalam penelitian ini ialah para pihak yang bermitra dalam pengembangan kawasan agrowisata Cihideung Kabupaten Bandung Barat. Ukuran sampel pada penelitian ini adalah 45 orang yang didapatkan dengan teknik Simple Random Sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan cara studi lapangan, wawancara dan studi literatur. Data diolah menggunakan Exploratory Analysis Factor (EFA). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi efektivitas kemitraan pengembangan kawasan agrowisata Cihideung Kabupaten Bandung Barat adalah Visi dan Komunikasi, Komitmen dan Mitra, Visi Kemitraan, Integrasi Data, Insentif dan Informasi, Hasil dan Kemajuan, Kepemilikan Bersama dan Akuntabilitas Hasil. Sebanyak 2 butir faktor dari yang harus direduksi dari 26 butir faktor sehingga menghasilkan 24 butir faktor yang benar-benar dominan dan mempengaruhi efektivitas kemitraan. Secara keseluruhan, efektivitas kemitraan berada dalam kategori tinggi dengan nilai rata-rata sebesar 3,95. Faktor Visi dan Komunikasi merupakan faktor yang paling dominan yaitu sebesar 40,142%.

scholarly journals The impact of double mediation on market performance using information communication technology and market orientation

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 95
Author(s):  
Moch. Rizki Indra Pratama
Keyword(s):  
Market Orientation ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Information Quality ◽  
Market Performance ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Used Car ◽  
The Impact

<p>Market performance is important to the company's development. This study examines the determinant factors of market performance through information and communication technology (ICT). The probability and simple random sampling methods were used to determine the sample. Furthermore, the research instrument was the questionnaire distributed personally to the respondents. The results show that the market performance of used car showroom MSMEs in the Malang was determined both directly and indirectly by information quality, eReadiness, use of ICTs, and market orientation, which is more dominant. The use of ICTs and market orientation fully and partially mediates the information quality and eReadiness on market performance, respectively.</p>

scholarly journals Hubungan Pengetahuan dan Dukungan Keluarga dengan Perilaku Penyalahgunaan Napza di Kelas IIA Lembaga Pemasyarakatan Jambi

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 328
Author(s):  
Nel Efni
Keyword(s):  
Drug Abuse ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Broken Home

The causes of drug abuse are complex due to the interaction of various factors, including individual factors such great curiosity to try and unknowingly or think long about the consequences later in life, environmental factors such as family problems or a broken home or social environment / community one even all members become abusers drug. This research is a quantitative research using Cross sectional design. The population in this study is the victim of drug abuse which amounted to 545 people and a total sample of 40 respondents using simple random sampling technique and the data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate by using the chi-square test. There is The relationship of knowledge and family support to the behavior of drug abuse in class IIA prison  Jambi. Expected to be used as inputs in the preparation of the program increased knowledge about the dangers of drugs.

scholarly journals Application of Cause-and-Effect-Analysis for Evaluating Causes of Fire Disasters in Public and Private Secondary Schools in Ilorin Metropolis, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Alade E. Ilori ◽  
Bulus A. Sawa ◽  
Abdullahi A. Gobir
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Research Strategy ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Effect Analysis ◽  
Fire Disaster ◽  
Teachers And Students

The contributions of fire disaster to the varying degrees of students’, staff and schools’ property and/or lives lost in secondary schools in Nigeria is recently alarming. The study assessed causes of fire disaster in public and private secondary schools in Ilorin metropolis, Nigeria. The objectives were to identify latent causes of fire disaster, use the fishbone diagram to illustrate and analyze the root-causes of fire disaster in secondary schools. The exploratory research strategy was used. The target population was 18 senior public and private secondary schools, Ilorin having 18 principals, 965 teachers and 3765 senior secondary 2 students. From the target population, simple random sampling technique through a pick and not-return balloting was employed to sample 72.22% of the principals, 14.8% each of the teachers and students. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, questionnaire, participatory observation, and were analyzed using cause-and-effects-analysis. The findings reveal fire disasters in public and private secondary schools in Ilorin metropolis are primarily caused by bush/waste burning, electrical fault/wiring, arson,  carelessness, and alcohol, smoking. Results also showed that the root-causes of fire phenomenon from the classic categories were setting undergrowth on fire, non-insulated wiring system and sparks from wrong connections, emotional induced from cultism rivalry among male teachers and students over a girl and superiority within and outside the school, mishandling of chemicals in various laboratories during experimentation, and lack of proper fencing of school compound. The study recommends that schools in the metropolis should prepare and anticipate future fire tragedy. Consequently, since there are several factors responsible for fire incidents, further studies could be conducted to clarify the sequence or magnitude of each cause of the fire outbreak.

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